Sabine River (Texas–Louisiana)

The Sabine River, approximately 820 km long, originates in northeast Texas and forms the border with Louisiana from the 32nd parallel before emptying into Sabine Lake and the Gulf of Mexico. It flows through prairie, pine forests, and swampy bayous, characterized by cypress trees, alligators, and diverse wildlife. Historically important as a trade route and frontier, it is now economically relevant through shipping and industry. Recreationally, Toledo Bend Reservoir and Lake Tawakoni offer fishing, boating, and camping, while the sandy shores and natural beauty of the Piney Woods attract hikers and birdwatchers. However, regular flooding and pollution in the lower reaches pose challenges.